FET isiZulu Teacher

Location: Randburg, Johannesburg

Start Date: January 2026

Phase: FET (Grades 8–12)

Curriculum: IEB

Contract: Full-time | On-site | SACE registered

At Radley Private School, we’re redefining what it means to educate the next generation. As one of South Africa’s first entrepreneurial schools, we blend academic excellence with cutting-edge 21st-century skills, entrepreneurial thinking, and real-world learning. Our mission is to empower young minds with the confidence, communication skills, and cultural awareness they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world.

We are seeking an experienced FET isiZulu teacher to join our high school team. If you’re passionate about language education, inspired by meaningful learning, and eager to be part of a growing school that puts learners and purpose first, this opportunity is for you.

Who we are

Radley Private School is backed by Raizcorp, Africa’s leading business incubator. We provide a calm, caring, and structured environment where learners are celebrated, supported, and challenged to think differently.

Small classes for individual attention and real relationships

No traditional competitive team sports – more time for academic and creative growth

Weekly professional development and entrepreneurial training for staff

A strong focus on developing independence, critical thinking, and resilience

About the role: FET isiZulu Teacher — Grades 8–12

As our high school isiZulu educator, you’ll be responsible for preparing learners to communicate confidently and meaningfully in isiZulu, while developing their appreciation for language, culture, literature, and identity. You’ll teach isiZulu for Grades 8–12, with a strong focus on IEB curriculum requirements, examination preparation, language proficiency, and learner engagement.

Your responsibilities

Teach isiZulu to learners in Grades 8–12

Develop and deliver engaging lessons aligned to the IEB curriculum

Prepare learners for IEB assessments and final examinations

Build learners’ confidence in reading, writing, speaking, listening, and comprehension

Teach grammar, literature, creative writing, transactional writing, and oral communication

Use real-world contexts to make language learning relevant and meaningful

Support learners with varying levels of language ability

Encourage appreciation for isiZulu language, culture, and heritage

Collaborate with fellow educators in a supportive and innovative team

Participate in ongoing professional development and coaching

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in education with FET phase specialisation – non-negotiable

SACE registered, with valid certification – non-negotiable

3+ years of teaching experience in FET, preferably in an IEB context

Experience teaching isiZulu at Grade 10–12 level

Strong understanding of IEB assessment standards and curriculum planning

Excellent spoken and written isiZulu language proficiency

Ability to create engaging, inclusive, and differentiated lessons

Passionate about language development and learner confidence

Comfortable working in a small, high-impact, entrepreneurial school environment

Why you’ll love working at Radley

A calm, purpose-driven school environment with meaningful relationships

The chance to be part of a pioneering educational model in South Africa

Ongoing mentorship and training in entrepreneurship and education

A unique opportunity to help learners develop confidence in isiZulu language and culture

A collaborative, forward-thinking team of educators